This post is preserved as part of the public record and historical documentation of community engagement at that time. For broader regulatory and governance context, see: MC4T.org
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Montgomery County Medical Society withdraws from MD5G Partnership October 19, 2022, reversing their position on related advocacy efforts for ZTA 22-01
Just days after Councilmember Hans Riemer made this statement “… interesting to note that the Montgomery County Medical Society which is our Premier organization of Physicians has weighed in in favor of passing this zoning text Amendment” the Medical Society announced it had withdrawn from the MD5G Partnership effectively withdrawing its support of the ZTA.
Continue readingThank you to everyone who came out to support our Rally opposing ZTA 22-01
We’re still in this! Also, BIG Thanks to Fox5DC and @thesierrafox for helping to uplift our voices, raising more awareness. The rally was held Tuesday October 11thOn the steps of the County Council Building100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD Share the news coverage with friends! Post on social media!https://www.fox5dc.com/news/residents-protest-cell-towers-in-montgomery-county Second news report. https://youtu.be/f4N1ZMN3ecE Rally Highlight: Marion Edey, long-time Environmental Activist and once Founder of the National League of Conservation Voters (LCV), discusses the known […]
Continue readingFCC’s recent big loss in court proves what residents warned all along: Montgomery County Council can’t trust the FCC’s safety standards from 1996 for wireless radiation to protect our families.
This page documents past resident engagement strategies provided for historical reference only and does not reflect current action opportunities. Council will be rushing a ZTA 22–01 zoning vote on Oct. 25th to outrun a Nov. 1st zoning deadline in this year of an election. Use the 1-minute email tool to quickly send emails to the entire Council to oppose cell towers near homes–ZTA 22-01.
Continue readingCouncilmember Riemer Ignores County Executive’s Recommendation
to Table ZTA 22-01
Key Points From County Executive Marc Elrich’s Letter: NO federal obligation to pass this ZTA NO need Prudent to wait for FCC reply to Appeals Court ruling on “arbitrary and capricious” RF rules Won’t help address digital divide. Montgomery County digital equity efforts include: 12,294 County households have enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) – as of JUNE 2022 Residents enrolled in other benefit programs are eligible to receive $45 off their home or mobile broadband […]
Continue readingRacial Equity Social Justice Impact Statement Based Largely on Industry-Funded Report
The Council’s own staff, in its Racial Equity and Social Justice impact statement on ZTA 22-01, did not find that 22-01 would have a positive net impact on racial equity or social justice in the County. And that was after relying on a “report” that was “generously” supported by T-Mobile. At the same time, they noted that “if the reduced set back requirements for small cell towers authorized under ZTA 22-01 results in negative health […]
Continue readingFCC Requirements and Local Wireless Zoning: ZTA 19-07 and Related Legal Context (2022)
Introduction During deliberations regarding residential wireless zoning, statements were made suggesting that federal law or FCC requirements compelled Montgomery County to adopt certain zoning changes. The legal authorities cited below indicate that local governments retain zoning discretion in several key areas and are not automatically subject to financial liability for declining to adopt more permissive deployment frameworks. The analysis below is drawn from a report prepared by Montgomery County Clear Vistas. A link to the […]
Continue readingMark your calendar! Oct 11 (New date) Rally to Stop Cell Towers 30 Feet From Homes Meet at 11:30 am, Tuesday, Oct. 11th
UPDATED MEDIA ADVISORY: NEW DATE DUE TO WEATHER “No Cell Towers 30 Feet from Homes!” – Residents to Rally At Montgomery County Council Building Oct. 11th at 11:30 am Mark your calendar! Oct. 11th (new date) Rally to Stop Cell Towers 30 Feet From Homes ***RALLY RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER*** Check back on this webpage (https://actionnetwork.org/letters/stop-zta-22-01) for updates to our Rally plans to stop the proposed ZTA 22-01! Meet at 11:30 am, Tuesday, Oct. 11th […]
Continue readingMD5G Tweet Removal and RF Standards Discussion During ZTA 22-01 (2022)
Context (Updated 2026):In October 2022, during ongoing deliberations related to ZTA 22-01, public messaging from the Maryland 5G (MD5G) partnership referenced national health organizations in support of wireless deployment. After concerns were raised by a Montgomery County resident regarding the accuracy of the messaging, the original tweet was removed. This post preserves that exchange and documents related discussion during the PHED Committee worksession on ZTA 22-01, including references to the D.C. Circuit Court decision in […]
Continue readingResidents Testify in Unanimous Opposition to Cell Tower ZTA 22-01 at a Truncated Daytime Public Hearing
Archived Advocacy Notice (September 2022) This post was originally published during the 2022 review of ZTA 19-07. It reflects community calls for engagement during the public comment period. It is preserved here as part of the legislative history surrounding zoning amendments related to wireless infrastructure in Montgomery County. Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 22-01, Antenna on Existing Structure – Use StandardsTuesday, September 13, 2022, 1:30 – 2:30pm ZTA 22-01 lets carriers turn utility and light poles […]
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